Spanish Town is located on the western outskirts of Kingston and was once the capital of Jamaica. First under Spanish rule and then English, Spanish Town is the birth ground of history in Jamaica. The centre of the town is awash with fantastic examples of both Regency architecture and Spanish influence. Visitors can enjoy St James cathedral built in 1523, the oldest Anglican Church outside of England or take in Old Kings House, the former British Governors residence that played host to guests such as Lord Nelson and Captain Bligh.
Spanish town is also home to the Jamaican Museum of Crafts and Technology and a vibrant market in the central square.
Spanish Town is a great place for visitors the island to get a sense of the history of Jamaica but travellers should express a certain amount of caution and alertness as this can be a fairly rough part of the island.